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The Worlds Smallest Bible
The Worlds Smallest Bible. Printed in 1895 by David Bryce & Son, Glasgow, Scotland, Brought to America by J. Francis Ruggles, internationally known rare Bible collector, whose seal is in this book. The book contains 520 numbered pages, is less than 1/4 inch thick, and has 181, 253 words - or 838, 380 letters - on its printed pages. One printed page is about 1/3 the size of a postage stamp by comparison. Required nearly 4 years to complete! Exhibited at the Hall of Religion at the Chicago World Fair of 1934, from whence this particular postcard originated. Date: 1934
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1. Title: The World's Smallest Bible: A Testament to Minute Minaturisation 2. Description: This photograph showcases The World's Smallest Bible, a remarkable artifact of faith and craftsmanship. Printed in 1895 by David Bryce & Son in Glasgow, Scotland, this minuscule masterpiece was later brought to America by J. Francis Ruggles, an internationally renowned rare Bible collector. The Bible, with its distinctive seal, measures less than 1/4 inch thick and contains an astonishing 520 numbered pages. With a total of 181,253 words or 838,380 letters, each printed page is approximately 1/3 the size of a postage stamp. The production of this minute marvel took an impressive near-four years to complete. 3. Background: The World's Smallest Bible was first displayed at the prestigious Hall of Religion during the Chicago World's Fair of 1934. This postcard, originating from that event, offers a glimpse into the awe-inspiring world of miniaturisation and the dedication of those who brought this tiny testament to life. 4. Keywords: world, smallest, bible, chicago, 1934, minute, miniature, tiny, book, fair, miniaturisation, Scotland, Glasgow, David Bryce & Son, J. Francis Ruggles, rare, collector, seal, postage stamp, words, letters, exhibition. 5. Additional Information: This photograph captures the essence of dedication and the human capacity for creating wonders. The World's Smallest Bible stands as a testament to the intricacy and detail that can be achieved through meticulous craftsmanship. This miniature marvel continues to inspire awe and fascination, reminding us of the boundless possibilities that lie within the realm of the small.
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